Wet Chocolate L’orange Pound Cake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 9
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of a Wet Chocolate L'orange Pound Cake
in Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

2 hrs 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups margarine or 1 1/2 cups butter , softened
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 container sour cream
1 large idaho potato , cooked and mashed
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
1/2 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons orange extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 large eggs
raspberries ( to garnish )
1 package cream cheese , softened
1 tablespoon milk
2 cups confectioners ' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
406
Sugar
58g
Fat
17g
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of a Wet Chocolate L'orange Pound Cake. The perfect treat for any chocolate lover, this cake is moist and dense with a bold, tangy flavor. The orange adds a zesty twist to classic chocolate cake, and the creamy frosting ties everything together perfectly. Despite its sophisticated flavor, this pound cake is actually quite easy to make and can be enjoyed any time of year. Whether you serve it up at a dinner party or enjoy a slice with your morning coffee, this cake is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-12 cup bundt pan.
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and margarine/butter until light and fluffy.
3.Sift in the flour and add the sour cream, cocoa, mashed potato, orange juice, baking soda, orange extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
4.Beat in the eggs one at a time, then pour the batter into the bundt pan.
5.Bake for 75-90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool.
6.To make the frosting, beat together the cream cheese, milk, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract. Drizzle over the cooled pound cake and serve garnished with raspberries.

PROS

The moist, rich cake melts in your mouth and delivers a burst of sweet, tangy flavor with every bite.

Orange and chocolate are a classic combination that is always a crowd-pleaser.

CONS

While delicious, this pound cake is not exactly light in calories.
One slice contains around 400 calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake isn’t the healthiest option, it does contain some nutritional benefits. The orange juice provides a boost of vitamin C, while the unsweetened cocoa powder is high in antioxidants and may help lower blood pressure. Additionally, the potato in the mix adds some extra fiber and potassium to the cake.

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